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Sarah

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Sarah

Current Undergrad Student, Genetics
Sarah's other Tutor Subjects
Algebra
College English
Elementary School Reading
Elementary School Writing

I am a sophomore at the University of Minnesota majoring in genetics and cell development with a minor in communications. I have three years experience teaching swim lessons in high school, and I am excited to resume teaching. I am most interested in literary analysis, biology, and improving general...

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University of Minnesota-Twin Cities

Current Undergrad Student, Genetics

Sonia

Certified Tutor

6+ years

Sonia

Masters in Business Administration, Finance
Sonia's other Tutor Subjects
Academic Coaching
Biology
Cooking
Elementary School

Student Nurse with a Bachelor of Science and Master's degree. 6+ years of experience in tutoring for biology, anatomy, microbiology, and pre-nursing related classes. Pre-nursing includes but not limited to: TEAS, HESI, medical-surgical nursing, medical microbiology, nursing statistics, genetics, phy...

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University of Houston-Downtown

Masters in Business Administration, Finance

University of Houston

Bachelor of Science, Biology, General

Arnold

Certified Tutor

10+ years

Arnold

Bachelors, English
Arnold's other Tutor Subjects
Adult Literacy
American Literature
Audition Prep
College English

My teaching philosophy is contained in a single sentence:"A teacher affects eternity -- he or she can never tell where his or her influence stops."Henry Adams

Education

Columbia University in the City of New York

Bachelors, English

Adam

Certified Tutor

4+ years

Adam

Bachelor of Science, Exercise Science
Adam's other Tutor Subjects
Academic Coaching
Cardiology
Cell Biology
English

As an undergraduate, I was recruited to tutor for organic chemistry and I fell in love with it. I love tutoring because it gives me the opportunity to connect with and help people achieve their passions. I hope to take my skills in developing relationships and teaching people and apply them to my ca...

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California State University-Fullerton

Bachelor of Science, Exercise Science

Bobby

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Bobby

Bachelor of Engineering, Chemical Engineering
Bobby's other Tutor Subjects
Algebra
Algebra 2
Chemical Engineering
College Algebra

With a degree in Chemical Engineering I have learned many methods to problem solving and their real life applications in math, programming, and science. This allows me to explain material in the most basic way for anyone who might be struggling. I have a laid back approach when it comes to problem s...

Education

Oklahoma State University-Main Campus

Bachelor of Engineering, Chemical Engineering

Jennan

Certified Tutor

5+ years

Jennan

Master of Arts, International Relations
Jennan's other Tutor Subjects
Adult ESL/ELL
Art
English
English Grammar and Syntax

I am a graduate of Emerson College and Brandies University's Heller School. I have a BS in International Politics, a BFA in Documentary Journalism and Literature, and a Master's Degree in Humanitarian Aid and Conflict Resolution. I served in Peace Corps Morocco from 2012 to 2015 as a Youth Developme...

Education

Brandeis University

Master of Arts, International Relations

Emerson College

Bachelor in Arts, Photojournalism

Shuman

Certified Tutor

7+ years

Shuman

Bachelor of Engineering, Electrical Engineering
Shuman's other Tutor Subjects
Algebra
AP Physics 2
Conversational Mandarin
Electrical and Computer Engineering

I am a native Mandarin Chinese speaker. Graduated in Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering. I am good at Mandarin teaching, Math, Physics, Calculus and GRE study.

Education

The University of Texas at Arlington

Bachelor of Engineering, Electrical Engineering

Sidra

Certified Tutor

7+ years

Sidra

Bachelor of Science, Biology, General
Sidra's other Tutor Subjects
10th-12th Grade Math
Algebra
Algebra 2
Arabic

I have always had a passion for tutoring. I have tutored my siblings in a variety of subjects. I believe that Tutors should be concerned about finding the most suitable method of delivering information to students, since each one has a different way of retaining information. I strive to do that for ...

Education

American University of Beirut

Bachelor of Science, Biology, General

Test Scores
GRE
300
Edward

Certified Tutor

9+ years

Edward

Bachelor of Science, Physics
Edward's other Tutor Subjects
ACT Math
ACT Science
Advanced Placement Prep
Algebra

Anything I set out to do, I put forth 100% of my effort. I am a college graduate from Loyola University in Chicago with a BS degree in Physics. I will pursue a PhD in Chemistry.I am a very logical and rational person, and I believe that is reflected in how I teach my students. I do my best to have s...

Education

Loyola University-Chicago

Bachelor of Science, Physics

Test Scores
ACT
32
Molly

Certified Tutor

9+ years

Molly

Master of Arts, Psychology
Molly's other Tutor Subjects
AP Psychology
BCABA - Board Certified Assistant Behavior Analyst
Middle School
Other

My name is Molly and I am a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) who has been teaching students of all ages for over 10 years. My areas of specialty are executive functioning, self-management, and fluency. I also have a BS and MA in Psychology and enjoy teaching high school and college-level psyc...

Education

University of the Pacific

Master of Arts, Psychology

University of Florida

Bachelor of Science, Psychology

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Julia

Algebra Tutor • +61 Subjects

My name is Julia and I'm a Connecticut College graduate with a bachelor's in psychology and economics. I was born and raised in France so I am fluent in both French and English. I believe in empowering my students to build confidence and realize their full potential. Let's work together!

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Logan

Art Tutor • +56 Subjects

I am a graduate of The College of William and Mary. I received my Bachelor of Arts in English, with a concentration in film studies and a minor in anthropology. My passion for literature brought me to New York--specifically to the New York publishing world, where I worked as an assistant to a literary agent for two years. It's probably become clear at this point that the subject I am most passionate about is writing. In college, I worked as a consultant at my school's Writing Resources Center, assisting students with their academic papers. In this position, I helped our clients improve the overall structure of their papers, strengthen their research, cite their sources, and correct their spelling and mechanics. I feel confident that I can address any paper problems you might have and make the writing process less intimidating.Aside from academic papers, I also write comedy sketches and spend most of my free time improvising and creating webseries with friends. Performing as a comedian may not seem connected to my educational philosophy, but I think many of the skills you learn as an improviser translate well to test taking. Staying calm under pressure and adjusting your strategy to meet new challenges are important whether you're onstage or in SAT prep mode!

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Morgan

Elementary School Math Tutor • +13 Subjects

I am a graduate of the University of Michigan where I studied French. I now work as a Salesforce Administrator. I am passionate about helping students achieve their goals.I previously worked as an English teacher in Japan and have experience tutoring students in French. At work, I lead my team's Salesforce study group where I help other employees prepare for their Salesforce Admin certification exams.

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Molly

Algebra Tutor • +23 Subjects

I am a graduate of the College of New Jersey. I received a Bachelor's of the Arts in Psychology and Master's in Elementary Education and the Education of Deaf and Hard of Hearing Students. I also earned 21 credits at Rowan University in order to obtain an endorsement as a Teacher of Students with Disabilities. Since the start of my career, I have worked with children and students from ages birth to 21. I have extensive expereince in teaching literacy to students who are Deaf and tutoring hearing students in this area. I have also provided academic support across various subjects for students 3-21, as well as direct instruction in the area of Transition (postsecondary). I am fluent in American Sign Language and take a person interest in Deaf Culture as my sibling was Deaf. I believe a student's education should be tailored to their specific needs and learning styles. Because I mostly teach one-on-one, I take great pride in being able to learn about each of my students on a deeper level and being able to provide that tailored instruction. In my spare time, I enjoy reading, cooking, and crafting. I also make time to volunteer at local food pantries whenever possible.

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Lucinda

Elementary School Tutor • +23 Subjects

PERSONAL STATEMENTI earned a Bachelor's degree in elementary education from Drake University, Master's degrees in both Educational Administration and Special Education, and a doctorate from the University of the Nebraska at Omaha, NE.I tutor all elementary and middle school general education subjects and special education for those students as well. My favorite subjects to tutor are math, science, and social studies.When I'm not teaching, I enjoy spending time with our large extended family, spending time with our dog, reading, and traveling when I can.When I was a child, I always looked for role models and one of my elementary teachers, Mrs. John stepped up as a very influential figure in my life. Her personal interest helped me know I could be successful in life. I have tried to use the same inspiration I received so many years ago in my career in education for the past 40 years.As a teacher, I believe that a desire to teach, enthusiasm, and dedication for your subject are three key elements for teaching, but we must also care deeply for children. We must have the will to develop strong relationships with learners to enhance the learning process.As an experienced teacher, I am excited about the opportunity to continue to apply my skills as a tutor. I have face-to-face classroom experience at the elementary, middle school and high school levels. I have taught general and special education. I have taught face-to-face classes, hybrid, and on-line classes at the university level.I am enthusiastic about trying to influence my students by showing interest in them, being committed to developing relationships with them as learners, and by implementing teaching strategies to help them learn. In these ways, I hope to make learning memorable and transform the way they view their world.

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Aditya

Graduate Test Prep Tutor • +33 Subjects

Hi students and parents, I am passionate about teaching and I believe in student specific teaching to compliment their strengths and improve on their weaknesses. I try to use real work examples to make learning fun and engaging.I have a bachelors degree in Physics BA, and a PhD from Dartmouth and perfect math scores in both the GRE and SAT math sections. At 27, I am relatively young and can still relate to students who may need assistance in achieving their academic goals.I can tutor SAT/ACT math, GRE math, in addition to high school/college science and math subjects like: algebra, trigonometry, geometry, and Physics.I started tutoring students one-on-one 8 years ago and also been a teaching assistant in over 10 classes during my PhD.

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Janell

ACCUPLACER Reading Comprehension Tutor • +26 Subjects

I have been an educator for over fifteen years. I have had the opportunity to work with children, young adults, adults, and I have also trained other educators. I completed my M.S. Reading degree with Texas A & M University-Commerce and my Ed.D. in Administrator Leadership with Walden University. I love teaching and I enjoy seeing my students gain new insights and learn more about themselves as they work to reach their goals. I've had the pleasure of teaching education, reading, and writing classes at the collegiate level for over seven years. Prior to starting a career in higher education, I taught elementary grades 1-6 and served as an instructional reading coach in Dallas, TX.

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John

Algebra Tutor • +16 Subjects

I am a graduate of Loyola Marymount University. I received my Bachelor of Science in Biology and played four years of Division 1 soccer. I will be attending medical school in Fall 2019 at Creighton University. With 7 years of tutoring under my belt, 4 of which included working as a peer tutor for LMU Athletics, I have developed a strong passion for assisting others inside and out of the classroom to reach successful academic goals. I believe having a strong foundation in education is important for future success in our careers and relationships. As a STEM major, I have focused on tutoring in math and sciences as I enjoy working through problems with my students in an engaging manner and finding which methods work for them. Along with tutoring, I am a licensed EMT and perform clinical oncology research for UCLA. In my spare time, I enjoy running, working out, reading, and playing soccer.

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Julia

AP Music Theory Tutor • +25 Subjects

I am currently studying K-12 Music Education at UNLV. I love teaching! I hope to teach elementary school music or middle school orchestra as well as teach piano and violin lessons privately.Throughout college I have taught a variety of topics including multiple levels of math, Spanish, handwriting, reading, writing and music (including music theory and music history). I also served as the founding treasure of UNLV's Collegiate Chapter of NAfME (National Association of Music Education), section leader in choir, and as a volunteer for many music festival in CCSD.In May of 2020, I graduated from Las Vegas Academy of the Arts as the Salutatorian. I was an orchestra major and a piano minor. I served as the Vice President of Sociedad Honoraria Hispanica(National Spanish Honors Society) and I was awarded my Spanish Seal of Biliteracy from the state of Nevada.

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Patrick

ACT Math Tutor • +40 Subjects

School can be very challenging and require persistence and strong problem solving skills to excel at. I teach my students the kind of skills and habits to be successful on their own. I tutored biology, chemistry, physics, and computer engineering courses in college and enjoy solving the challenges that those courses throw at you!

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Frequently Asked Questions

Score improvement depends on your starting point and how consistently you work with a tutor. Students typically see 10-20 point improvements over 8-12 weeks of focused study, though some see larger gains if they're addressing fundamental gaps in English proficiency. The key is identifying which sections (Reading, Listening, Speaking, or Writing) need the most work and developing targeted strategies for those areas.

A tutor can help you move beyond simply taking more practice tests—they'll diagnose exactly where you're losing points and create a customized study plan that addresses your specific weaknesses.

The Reading section is where most students struggle with pacing. You have 54-72 minutes to read 3-4 passages and answer 12-14 questions per passage—that's roughly 10-12 minutes per passage if you account for question-answering time. Many students spend too long on difficult questions and rush through easier ones, losing points unnecessarily.

A tutor can teach you strategic skimming techniques, help you identify which questions to tackle first, and show you how to quickly locate evidence in the text rather than re-reading entire passages. With practice and the right approach, you can cut your reading time significantly while maintaining accuracy.

Speaking anxiety is common because you're recorded and can't revise your answers—but it's highly manageable with preparation. The Speaking section rewards clear organization and fluency more than perfect grammar, so knowing what to expect reduces panic significantly.

A tutor can help you build confidence by having you practice speaking out loud repeatedly (not just in your head), teaching you templates for structuring responses, and simulating the actual test conditions so the day itself feels familiar. Recording yourself and reviewing mistakes also normalizes the process. With consistent practice, most students move from anxious to confident within 4-6 weeks.

It depends on your timeline and starting score, but generally you should prioritize your weakest sections while maintaining your strong ones. If you're weak in Reading and Writing but strong in Listening and Speaking, spending 70% of tutoring time on those two sections makes sense. Your tutor can help you allocate time efficiently based on your goals.

That said, don't completely ignore your strong sections—students often plateau when they only focus downward. Your tutor will ensure you're using an 80/20 approach: deep work on weakness areas, maintenance on strength areas, and some time on test-taking strategy that applies across all sections.

Integrated tasks require you to combine information from reading, listening, and speaking or writing—they test your ability to synthesize multiple sources. Independent tasks ask you to draw from your own knowledge and experiences. Most students find Integrated tasks harder because they require managing information from multiple sources while also producing language under time pressure.

The good news? Integrated tasks are also the most learnable with practice. A tutor can break down the note-taking strategies, help you organize information effectively, and give you templates for structuring integrated responses. Once you understand the predictable format and practice 15-20 integrated tasks, they become significantly easier.

The answer depends on your stage of preparation. Early on (weeks 1-4), take one full practice test to establish a baseline, then focus on targeted section practice and skill-building. In the middle phase (weeks 5-8), take full tests every 1-2 weeks to apply what you're learning. In the final 2-3 weeks, take a full test every 4-5 days to build endurance and identify last-minute gaps.

Taking practice tests too frequently without review wastes time; taking them too rarely means you won't catch patterns in your mistakes. Your tutor can help you find the right frequency and, more importantly, help you review and learn from each test so you're not just going through the motions.

Look for someone with specific TOEFL expertise—not just general English proficiency. Your tutor should understand the exact format of each section, know common student mistakes, and be able to diagnose weaknesses quickly. They should also be able to teach test-specific strategies (like skimming techniques for Reading or note-taking for Integrated tasks) rather than just assigning practice tests.

Equally important is someone who understands that TOEFL preparation isn't just about language skills—it's about managing anxiety, pacing, and test strategy. The best tutors combine deep content knowledge with the ability to build your confidence so you can perform your best on test day.

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